Stanislaus Special Olympics

Friday Bowling: McHenry Bowl

The 2026 Special Game Bowling Season is ready to roll.

Get your game faces (and socks) ready

It's that time of year again! Dust off your lucky wristbands, stretch out those shoulder muscles, and mentally prepare yourself for the unique aroma of rental footwear. The Special Game Bowling Season is officially rolling out, and we are ready to cause some serious pin-shattering chaos.

We will be taking over the alleys every week. Please arrive on time, because gravity waits for no one—and neither do the automatic pinsetters. Perfect your victory moonwalk or your dramatic “it went in the gutter again” sigh, because a brand-new season is upon us!

Season details

Start date: September 11, 2026
End date: December 18, 2026
Start time: 4:00 PM sharp
Location: McHenry Bowl, 3700 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95356
Cost: $6.00 — includes 2 full games and bowling shoe rental

Please arrive with enough time to get your shoes, pick your ball, and be completely ready to bowl. Due to the bowling alley's strict schedule, no athletes will be allowed to bowl if they arrive after 4:00 PM.

Meet your lineup of coaches

We have a stellar crew of coaches this year who are fully prepared to cheer you on, give you top-tier technique advice, and high-five you until their hands are sore. Whether you need help adjusting your spin or just want someone to celebrate a spare like it's an Olympic gold medal, this crew has your back.

Desi

Chief Officer of High Fives

Liz

The Strike Whisperer

Sherry

The Enthusiastic Cheerer

Fred

Gutter Ball Support Specialist

The Thanksgiving Truce

Please note that there will be no bowling during Thanksgiving week. We figured it's best to give the pins a holiday break. Plus, trying to hurl a heavy bowling ball down a lane with a stomach full of turkey, stuffing, and three slices of pumpkin pie sounds like an absolute logistical hazard.

Lace up those rental shoes, bring your six bucks, and let's make this the best season yet. See you on the lanes!